Five favourite Top Gear specials to watch this weekend

This week, the BBC cancelled its long-running Top Gear TV series after host Freddie Flintoff's disastrous crash sent the government-funded network into a spin over safety concerns.

As fans of the iconic British TV series process the news, it seems the perfect time to look back at the episodes that have made this series a staple in the world of automotive entertainment.

The show's specials, in particular, are a treasure trove of exhilarating road trips, daunting challenges, and the camaraderie of its hosts – especially back in the Clarkson, Hammond and May days. (It probably says something that none of our all-time faves include any of the new hosts...)

Let’s journey back to some of its most memorable moments and take a quick look at some favourite specials from over the years!

Bolivia

Series 14, Episode 6

This special features a gruelling journey through South America, starting in Bolivia and ending at the Pacific Ocean in Chile.

Africa

Series 19, Episodes 6-7

Each armed with a used estate car bought in the UK for less than £1500, the team trek to Uganda for an African adventure.

Botswana

Series 10, Episode 4

With £1500 each, the trio set off to buy a vehicle in Africa that isn’t allowed to be 4WD or built to go off-road – and then proceed to, you guessed it, go off-road.

USA

Series 9, Episode 3

The lads head stateside with the challenge of buying a car each for less than $1000, or what it would cost to hire a car for a fortnight.

Vietnam

Series 12, Episode 8

Tasked with buying a motorcycle each for less than 15 million Vietnamese dong (approximately $950 AUD), Clarkson, Hammond and May take their two-wheelers on a hilarious journey through Vietnam.

How to watch Top Gear in Australia

Seasons of Top Gear are available to watch across Prime Video, Stan and Apple+, although the seasons available vary between providers.